Brian Varela
@varela4nj.bsky.social
Sienna’s Fav. Parent | Devoted Husband | Candidate for Congress | NJ Business Mag. Exec. of the Year | Inc 5000 Award Winner #570 | NJBIZ Power 50 Ed.
I'm proud to announce the endorsement of Latino Victory Fund! They're national leaders in electing more Hispanic Dems to Congress & are on the frontlines pushing back on ICE's attacks. Together we can flip this seat, the House, and deliver a more affordable & safer country for Latinos and Americans.
January 29, 2026 at 9:22 PM
I'm proud to announce the endorsement of Latino Victory Fund! They're national leaders in electing more Hispanic Dems to Congress & are on the frontlines pushing back on ICE's attacks. Together we can flip this seat, the House, and deliver a more affordable & safer country for Latinos and Americans.
ICE agents are terrorizing communities across the country, and I’m grateful for CBS including my perspective. We need to flip NJ-07 and the House so we can stand up and fight back against ICE, and I’m proud to be helping to lead the charge.
January 29, 2026 at 6:33 PM
ICE agents are terrorizing communities across the country, and I’m grateful for CBS including my perspective. We need to flip NJ-07 and the House so we can stand up and fight back against ICE, and I’m proud to be helping to lead the charge.
Trump is holding funds for the most vital infrastructure project in the country hostage.
And if it runs out of money on February 6th, the economic effects could trigger a recession.
And if it runs out of money on February 6th, the economic effects could trigger a recession.
January 29, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Trump is holding funds for the most vital infrastructure project in the country hostage.
And if it runs out of money on February 6th, the economic effects could trigger a recession.
And if it runs out of money on February 6th, the economic effects could trigger a recession.
I'm very excited to announce that I'm signing a no negativity in the primary pledge, and asking all my primary opponents to join me! The stakes are too high, and Democrats need to be focused on beating Tom Kean Jr., not tearing each other down.
January 28, 2026 at 11:23 PM
I'm very excited to announce that I'm signing a no negativity in the primary pledge, and asking all my primary opponents to join me! The stakes are too high, and Democrats need to be focused on beating Tom Kean Jr., not tearing each other down.
Kristi Noem just admitted she was following Trump and Miller's orders on ICE tactics that left Renee Good and Alex Pretti dead.
But Noem's deflection revealed something much bigger:
But Noem's deflection revealed something much bigger:
January 28, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Kristi Noem just admitted she was following Trump and Miller's orders on ICE tactics that left Renee Good and Alex Pretti dead.
But Noem's deflection revealed something much bigger:
But Noem's deflection revealed something much bigger:
A 6-year-old was found alone crying, "Where's Papi?" after ICE detained her dad getting dinner in Morristown. He's lived here 10+ years, no criminal record. We need immigration reform that keeps families together and creates pathways to citizenship for hardworking immigrants.
January 28, 2026 at 2:18 PM
A 6-year-old was found alone crying, "Where's Papi?" after ICE detained her dad getting dinner in Morristown. He's lived here 10+ years, no criminal record. We need immigration reform that keeps families together and creates pathways to citizenship for hardworking immigrants.
TikTok was owned by one of the most oppressive governments to ever exist on the free speech front and yet, it seems we had more of it on TikTok than when it’s owned by right-wing American billionaires.
Freedumb ain’t free.
Freedumb ain’t free.
January 28, 2026 at 1:32 PM
TikTok was owned by one of the most oppressive governments to ever exist on the free speech front and yet, it seems we had more of it on TikTok than when it’s owned by right-wing American billionaires.
Freedumb ain’t free.
Freedumb ain’t free.
Our democracy is under attack.
But people like you are fighting back with your voices every single day.
The movement to impeach Kristi Noem has picked up steam because of citizens using their voices.
Keep peacefully showing up for your neighbors.
But people like you are fighting back with your voices every single day.
The movement to impeach Kristi Noem has picked up steam because of citizens using their voices.
Keep peacefully showing up for your neighbors.
January 28, 2026 at 12:48 AM
Our democracy is under attack.
But people like you are fighting back with your voices every single day.
The movement to impeach Kristi Noem has picked up steam because of citizens using their voices.
Keep peacefully showing up for your neighbors.
But people like you are fighting back with your voices every single day.
The movement to impeach Kristi Noem has picked up steam because of citizens using their voices.
Keep peacefully showing up for your neighbors.
Greg Bovino is leaving Minnesota.
Trump announced he's sending border czar Tom Homan to take over.
Sounds like accountability for the murder of Alex Pretti, right?
Trump announced he's sending border czar Tom Homan to take over.
Sounds like accountability for the murder of Alex Pretti, right?
January 27, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Greg Bovino is leaving Minnesota.
Trump announced he's sending border czar Tom Homan to take over.
Sounds like accountability for the murder of Alex Pretti, right?
Trump announced he's sending border czar Tom Homan to take over.
Sounds like accountability for the murder of Alex Pretti, right?
Trump admitted he jacked up tariffs on Switzerland to 39% because their president "rubbed him the wrong way." This is what happens when policy gets made based on personal feelings instead of what's best for Americans. We deserve better than government-by-grudge.
January 26, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Trump admitted he jacked up tariffs on Switzerland to 39% because their president "rubbed him the wrong way." This is what happens when policy gets made based on personal feelings instead of what's best for Americans. We deserve better than government-by-grudge.
Pam Bondi just sent a letter to Minnesota's governor with three demands.
What she's asking for should alarm every American who cares about civil liberties and local control.
What she's asking for should alarm every American who cares about civil liberties and local control.
January 25, 2026 at 7:41 PM
Pam Bondi just sent a letter to Minnesota's governor with three demands.
What she's asking for should alarm every American who cares about civil liberties and local control.
What she's asking for should alarm every American who cares about civil liberties and local control.
ICE just killed another protestor in Minnesota. Senate Democrats, now is the time for courage. Do not vote to pass the DHS appropriations bill until there are real restraints placed on ICE.
January 25, 2026 at 2:43 PM
ICE just killed another protestor in Minnesota. Senate Democrats, now is the time for courage. Do not vote to pass the DHS appropriations bill until there are real restraints placed on ICE.
The For Our Freedom Amendment helps shift political power away from big money and back to the people by giving Congress and the states the ability to responsibly regulate campaign spending. Our democracy works best when people come first—and that’s why I support this.
January 24, 2026 at 12:17 AM
The For Our Freedom Amendment helps shift political power away from big money and back to the people by giving Congress and the states the ability to responsibly regulate campaign spending. Our democracy works best when people come first—and that’s why I support this.
ICE detained Liam coming home from preschool, then made him knock on his own door to see if anyone else was home. His family followed every rule. I'm fed up with terrorizing kids and calling it justice. Kids shouldn't fear coming home from school.
January 23, 2026 at 7:06 PM
ICE detained Liam coming home from preschool, then made him knock on his own door to see if anyone else was home. His family followed every rule. I'm fed up with terrorizing kids and calling it justice. Kids shouldn't fear coming home from school.
ICE detained four children from a Minnesota school district this month, including a 5-year-old boy who agents used "as bait" according to school officials.
January 23, 2026 at 5:36 PM
ICE detained four children from a Minnesota school district this month, including a 5-year-old boy who agents used "as bait" according to school officials.
At Davos yesterday, Trump bragged about a phone call with Switzerland's president that shows exactly how dangerous his decision-making really is.
January 22, 2026 at 3:29 PM
At Davos yesterday, Trump bragged about a phone call with Switzerland's president that shows exactly how dangerous his decision-making really is.
ICE traumatized a 6-year-old girl in Morristown by taking her father while he stepped out to pick up their dinner.
Here’s the story:
Here’s the story:
January 21, 2026 at 7:45 PM
ICE traumatized a 6-year-old girl in Morristown by taking her father while he stepped out to pick up their dinner.
Here’s the story:
Here’s the story:
Trump wants Greenland because he's mad about not getting a Nobel Prize. He's threatening tariffs on NATO allies over hurt feelings. When personal grudges drive policy, America loses. We need leaders who strengthen alliances, not destroy them.
January 21, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Trump wants Greenland because he's mad about not getting a Nobel Prize. He's threatening tariffs on NATO allies over hurt feelings. When personal grudges drive policy, America loses. We need leaders who strengthen alliances, not destroy them.
I had a great time last night at the Washington Township Dems meeting. As I travel around the 93 towns in the district, it's great to be in my own town sometimes too! Thanks for having me and for many good questions.
January 21, 2026 at 2:48 PM
I had a great time last night at the Washington Township Dems meeting. As I travel around the 93 towns in the district, it's great to be in my own town sometimes too! Thanks for having me and for many good questions.
A wealthy 'transplant tourist' needed a heart transplant.
She got one in America in 3 days.
Guess how long Americans typically wait for the same procedure?
She got one in America in 3 days.
Guess how long Americans typically wait for the same procedure?
January 20, 2026 at 9:46 PM
A wealthy 'transplant tourist' needed a heart transplant.
She got one in America in 3 days.
Guess how long Americans typically wait for the same procedure?
She got one in America in 3 days.
Guess how long Americans typically wait for the same procedure?
I was honored to attend Gov. Mikie Sherrill and LG Dale Caldwell’s swearing-in and witness two great leaders stepping into their roles and the responsibility that comes with serving our communities. Congratulations, Mikie and Dr. Dale, I can’t wait to work with you to help NJ families!
January 20, 2026 at 8:27 PM
I was honored to attend Gov. Mikie Sherrill and LG Dale Caldwell’s swearing-in and witness two great leaders stepping into their roles and the responsibility that comes with serving our communities. Congratulations, Mikie and Dr. Dale, I can’t wait to work with you to help NJ families!
How long do you think you have to wait for a heart transplant? A wealthy woman traveled to the US and got one in 3 days while Americans die waiting months. U.S. hospitals prioritize ‘transplant tourists’ paying $2M over American citizens. This needs congressional oversight now.
January 20, 2026 at 3:01 PM
How long do you think you have to wait for a heart transplant? A wealthy woman traveled to the US and got one in 3 days while Americans die waiting months. U.S. hospitals prioritize ‘transplant tourists’ paying $2M over American citizens. This needs congressional oversight now.
Trump sent a letter to Norway's Prime Minister on Sunday that revealed the petty motivation behind his Greenland obsession.
January 19, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Trump sent a letter to Norway's Prime Minister on Sunday that revealed the petty motivation behind his Greenland obsession.
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s extraordinary legacy of courage and moral clarity.
As we celebrate his life, we must recommit to his legacy of equality and justice for all and end the divisions that divide communities and deny opportunities to working families.
The fight continues.
As we celebrate his life, we must recommit to his legacy of equality and justice for all and end the divisions that divide communities and deny opportunities to working families.
The fight continues.
January 19, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s extraordinary legacy of courage and moral clarity.
As we celebrate his life, we must recommit to his legacy of equality and justice for all and end the divisions that divide communities and deny opportunities to working families.
The fight continues.
As we celebrate his life, we must recommit to his legacy of equality and justice for all and end the divisions that divide communities and deny opportunities to working families.
The fight continues.
New Jersey has the second-largest percentage of foreign-born residents in the country.
And NJ lawmakers passed 3 bills that will fundamentally change immigration enforcement in our state.
And NJ lawmakers passed 3 bills that will fundamentally change immigration enforcement in our state.
January 18, 2026 at 3:48 PM
New Jersey has the second-largest percentage of foreign-born residents in the country.
And NJ lawmakers passed 3 bills that will fundamentally change immigration enforcement in our state.
And NJ lawmakers passed 3 bills that will fundamentally change immigration enforcement in our state.